Wrestling notebook: Rockland County rising to new heights

Offseason work leading to early season success

11:16 PM,
Dec. 28, 2012

Written by

Vincent Z. Mercogliano

At the conclusion of his team's loss to North Rockland in the quarterfinals of the Section 1 Dual Meet tournament on Dec. 6, Clarkstown North coach Tony Mellino made a gesture which symbolized the wrestling culture in Rockland county.

"There's definitely a sense of pride and brotherhood there," North Rockland coach Jeff Swick said. "When we beat North in the quarters, the first thing that coach Mellino said was, 'Take it home for Rockland county.' It's almost like the same rivalry you have with your brother - you want to beat them, but you want them to reach the pinnacle, as well."